Movie

The Runner

★ 7.2(39)19841h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Amir Naderi
Release date: 1984-12-20
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: Persian
Status: Released
Country: Iran
Studio: Kanoon

The Runner — trailer

About The Runner

The Runner is a 1984 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Amir Naderi, starring Majid Niroumand, Musa Torkizadeh and Abbas Nazeri. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 39 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Runner in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A young orphan named Amiro lives alone in an abandoned tanker in the Iranian port city of Abadan. He survives by shining shoes, selling water, and collecting deposit bottles. Although he sometimes finds himself at odds with both adults and competing older kids, he finds solace in dreams about departing cargo ships and airplanes—and by running.

Cast

Majid Niroumand

Amiro

Musa Torkizadeh

Abbas Nazeri

Alireza Gholmzade

Ali Pasdarzade

Shirzad Bashkal

Themes & keywords

orphaniranchildhoodport cityfarsi

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Runner in Mexico?+

The Runner is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Runner on Netflix?+

The Runner is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Runner?+

The Runner has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in The Runner?+

The Runner stars Majid Niroumand, Musa Torkizadeh, Abbas Nazeri, Alireza Gholmzade and Ali Pasdarzade.

When did The Runner come out?+

The Runner is a 1984 movie directed by Amir Naderi.

What genre is The Runner?+

The Runner is Drama film.

Who directed The Runner?+

The Runner was directed by Amir Naderi.